Dog's No-No Foods: Avoid These

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Caffeine-Containing Beverages

"Caffeine drinks = toxic to pets like choc. Vomiting, diarrhea, heart issues. Signs start in 2 hrs, progress to seizures, death. Be cautious!"

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Dairy Products

As dogs age, they produce less lactase, becoming lactose intolerant like some humans. Dairy can cause abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Raw or Undercooked  Food

AVMA/FDA advise against feeding raw/undercooked food to pets due to harmful bacteria like Salmonella causing foodborne illnesses in dogs & humans.

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Moldy Foods

Dogs eat anything, but moldy food can harm them. Tremorgenic mycotoxicosis causes vomiting and tremors. Tough to treat, tremors may last.

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Poisonous Plants

Check plants for oxalates before bringing them home. Pothos, calla lilies, peace lilies, and philodendrons are potentially toxic to cats.

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Cold Medications With Pseudoephedrine

Pseudoephedrine meds harmful to pets. Nervous system impact, panting, tremors. Act fast, contact vet if poisoning suspected.

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Acetaminophen

Avoid giving dogs acetaminophen! It causes swelling, methemoglobinemia, and liver damage. Seek urgent vet care if ingested.

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Ibuprofen

"Ibuprofen risks GI, CNS, and kidney issues. Signs: GI distress, vomiting, weakness, seizures. Seek vet help ASAP. Avoid hydrogen peroxide."

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